Improve the Taste with Filtered Water

We know that filtered water might taste different to unfiltered water. So why would it be odd to think that water could affect the taste of your food? After all, water is an essential part of so many delicious recipes. Why not improve how your food tastes with great-tasting water?

Water flavour

There are plenty of benefits of using a water filter system when cooking. The key benefits are improving the taste of your food, as BRITA filters can help reduce impurities and enhance the overall flavour of the water. That improved taste might make a world of difference when cooking things like pasta or rice in filtered water and warm broths for a cosy winter’s dinner.

Drinking water is safe in Australia, as all drinking water must meet national regulations to remove dangerous elements like heavy metals. The contaminants that can remain in your water often include things like chlorine and calcium. These won't affect your hydration, but you might notice a difference in taste.

How to incorporate water filtration into meal prep

Using filtered water when cooking comes down to having a good water filter and reliable recipes.

Recipes with filtered water 

To get the most out of a water filter, you’ll want to choose recipes that showcase the great flavour of your filtered water. 

Pasta dishes are great options. Not only can you use filtered water in the sauce itself, which can then simmer and thicken on the stove, but you can also use it for cooking the pasta. The flavour of pure water can significantly affect the taste of pasta. That’s why professional chefs will advise you to salt the water you cook pasta in, as this is the best way to season the pasta before it meets the sauce. 

If you have a sweet tooth, homemade gelatos and sorbet recipes often rely on water as a critical ingredient. Filtration can improve your drink recipes, too, from warm teas to nutrient-rich smoothies. If you want to optimise taste and odour, the suitable H₂O can make a difference.

Filtered water in health shakes

From protein powder shakes to supplement shakes for gut health and glowing skin, one of the most important ingredients is the liquid you use. Some protein shakes can use milk as the base liquid, but plenty more and plenty of supplements rely on good-quality water.

A water-based shake helps you hydrate, which is important if you’re enjoying a post-workout shake or a nutritious drink on a hot day. By making use of filtered water in your shakes, you can enjoy a better taste, better hydration, and better absorption of those important nutrients.